Saturday

06-28-2025 Vol 2005

Category: Washington

Pope Francis: A Historic Visit to the White House in 2015

Pope Francis: A Historic Visit to the White House in 2015

In September 2015, Pope Francis made a monumental visit to Washington, D.C., marking the third time a sitting pope had…
Trump Administration Proposes Major Overhaul of State Department Focused on ‘America First’ Agenda

Trump Administration Proposes Major Overhaul of State Department Focused on ‘America First’ Agenda

The Trump administration has put forward a sweeping plan to significantly restructure the U.S. State Department, targeting the elimination of…
Iran-Backed Houthi Actions Disrupt Red Sea Shipping, Prompt U.S. Military and Diplomatic Responses

Iran-Backed Houthi Actions Disrupt Red Sea Shipping, Prompt U.S. Military and Diplomatic Responses

The disruption of Red Sea shipping by Iran-backed militias is posing significant challenges for the United States’ ability to swiftly…
New Press Access Controversy in Washington State Signals Shifts in Legislative Reporting

New Press Access Controversy in Washington State Signals Shifts in Legislative Reporting

In February, the Trump administration’s announcement to curate press access at the White House sparked significant backlash. Journalists and media…
Incompetence in Washington: A Critical Look at Recent Federal Failures

Incompetence in Washington: A Critical Look at Recent Federal Failures

The current state of incompetence observed in Washington, D.C. can be largely attributed to the legacy of the Trump administration.…
Pope Francis Makes Historic Visit to the United States

Pope Francis Makes Historic Visit to the United States

Pope Francis made history during his pastoral visit to Washington, D.C., from September 22-24, 2015, marking the first stop on…
Washington Becomes Seventh State to Pass Extended Producer Responsibility Legislation

Washington Becomes Seventh State to Pass Extended Producer Responsibility Legislation

Just days after Maryland became the sixth state to enact legislation for extended producer responsibility (EPR) for packaging and paper…
Washington Nears Landmark Bill to Test Human Waste Fertilizers for Harmful Contaminants

Washington Nears Landmark Bill to Test Human Waste Fertilizers for Harmful Contaminants

In a significant step toward ensuring the safety of agricultural practices, Washington lawmakers have unanimously voted to advance Senate Bill…
Legislative Hearing Set for K-12 Funding Bill Amid Superintendent Salary Debate

Legislative Hearing Set for K-12 Funding Bill Amid Superintendent Salary Debate

A public hearing in the Senate Ways & Means Committee is scheduled for Tuesday afternoon regarding House Bill 2050, which…
Washington Legislature Nears Decision on Gas Tax Hike to Bolster Transportation Funding

Washington Legislature Nears Decision on Gas Tax Hike to Bolster Transportation Funding

Transportation budget writers in the Washington Legislature are finalizing a revenue package that proposes a 6-cent increase in the state’s…
South Sudan Apologizes to U.S. Amid Diplomatic Row Over Deportee

South Sudan Apologizes to U.S. Amid Diplomatic Row Over Deportee

The Government of South Sudan has extended an apology to the American Government following a diplomatic disagreement that arose when…
Implications of Lee Jae-myung’s Possible Victory in South Korean Presidential Election

Implications of Lee Jae-myung’s Possible Victory in South Korean Presidential Election

As speculation mounts regarding the upcoming presidential election in South Korea, Democratic Party leader Lee Jae-myung has emerged as a…